94th moon [video]

[paladinlost]

[This very early morning, Cecil looks positively giddy. Alarmingly giddy, even.]

Look at these beauties! At their craftmanship! At their ornamentation!

[The beauties in question are probably meant to be the pile of Honedges that Cecil is practically shoving at the camera. Seriously, look at them.]

I'd long hoped to find proper weapons in this world someday, but I'd never imagined they'd be sentient! Or so easy to please, for that matter.

[Every single one of them looks oiled and polished already, and that is most certainly a very large and nearly empty box of chocolate on the bench behind them. Never seen a dozen happy swords being spoiled to death before? Well, now you have!]

But I suppose not everyone is lucky enough to see these lovelies for themselves. I can help with that, but if you wish to adopt one, do say so quickly. Otherwise, I might decide to keep them all for myself.

[The idea tempts him. Oh, how it tempts him.]

I'll have to teach any potential adopter proper weapon maintenance first, of course, but I've no doubt everyone here can learn quickly. It's simple, once you know the steps and have practiced a few times! First, you must-

[And that's when one of the ghost blades decides to take pity on the rest of the network, by using its tassel to turn the Pokégear off.]

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[throw_stone]

[oh my gods

weapons

See Ramza with his eyes practically glowing, his Flabebe gripping to his cowlick.

But, of course, he's trying to restrain himself.]

I suppose you'd get a lot of requests to adopt one, would you not?

[A lot of lost swordspeople.]

[paladinlost]

I'd better, or else I'll be extremely disappointed in us all.

[He's practically restraining himself from hugging the whole pile, he's that happy.]

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[stitchedupbodyguard]

[It was early in the morning, so Veronica was basically half asleep when the video went on. She almost turned it off and went back to bed.

Keyword being, "almost".]

No way. Are those... swords?

[She's awake now, and staring in wonder at the swords.]

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[paladinlost]

Eithr they are, or we are both sharing some sort of dream or hallucination.

[He'd rather not believe that, though.]

They certainly feel real to the touch, if nothing else. And they don't appear to be shapeshifters trying to entice us.

[dreamsofahero]

*.... Cecil what are you doing with those things*

Are you certain that's really a good idea....?

[paladinlost]

Why would it not be? I'd rather have them happy with me than fearful and angry.

[Cecil, that is probably not what Sion meant.]

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[islandshore]

[And here we have Riku wielding one such sword... except, judging by the maniacal shishishishi sound coming from it, there's something... strange afoot. That, and the tassel's kinda coiled around his arm rather tight.]

Man, how are these things even supposed to eat? Doesn't look like they've got any mouths.

Still, it's about time we got some real weapons around here. Can't wait to see what the cops think about this.

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[paladinlost]

[Awww, that little sword is... hugging Riku's arm and giggling? That has to be it.]

I've no idea, but they certainly eat, unless one of my Pokémon snuck in among the group while they were gathering around the box.

[...Thinking about it, he can't even be certain that's not the case.]

Perhaps their status as Pokémon overwrites their status as weapons? If not, and if they decide to take them away, that'll make them no better than Team Rocket.

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[me_first]

[... That's sure a thing. Royce peers into the camera, taking a long drag on his cigarette before he speaks.]

I'm interested in one. And I think my travel partner would be interested in one as well.

[It's no Transistor... but it'll do.]

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[paladinlost]

You and your travel partner have excellent taste! ...But do you both have the skills necessary to maintain such beautiful blades properly?

[That is a very important concern.]

[loveisanopendoor]

A-are those Pokemon shaped like swords? Like, actual swords?! That's crazy! Taking care of one must be serious business...

But, um, if you wouldn't mind, I'd certainly be willing to give one a good home!

[paladinlost]

They are, and it is! Improper care would not only endanger a living creature, it would also ruin a work of art!

[Dedicated sword fan here, please excuse him.]

Do you believe you'll be able to learn how to maintain it correctly?

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[nasa_dreams]

[Swords? Did someone say swords? As in the weapon every hero in every video game this kid's ever played has used?] Dude! Are those Pokemon?

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[paladinlost]

They are indeed Pokémon, and some of the most lovely Pokémon I've ever seen, as a matter of fact.

[Swords! Finally! One of his greatest wishes has come true!]

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[babel_hacker]

[From over in Saffron, Atsuro is staring at the screen with bright, widen eyes.]

They're swords! Swords!

[Yes, we can see that.]

I'll take one!

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[paladinlost]

[They can be bright-eyed together, because swords!]

Only one? Are you certain?

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[enjoymyatelier]

...well, I'm more positively disposed to these than the living keychains, I have to say. I'm sure you could be convinced to part with at least one?

[because damn if those aren't cool as hell.]

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[paladinlost]

Of course I am, as long as you do not intend to use it to harm innocents. Are you familiar with proper blade maintenance procedures?

[Because proper blade maintenance is a thing. An important thing.]

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[angerpoints]

[... okay, Yusuke's more of a hand-to-hand fighter than he is a weapons user, but there is literally nothing that isn't cool about a floating sentient sword. In fact, those things are so cool, Yusuke isn't even mad about his Pokemon waking him up this early anymore.

... well, okay, he's still a little mad. But the sight of those awesome swords perks him up, at least, hence why he's grinning when the 'Gear flickers on from his end.]

Hell yeah I want one! You want anything for it?

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[paladinlost]

Only a promise that you'll care for the blade properly, with the correct technique and adequate products. I'd not want to send these beauties to someone who would allow them to rust, after all.

[That would be a crime amongst crimes, a sin amongst sins, an absolutely unforgivable act.]

[preybeforemeals]

[...you know, this is probably not going to be looked too highly upon by several people he is...currently dealing with, but this? This is entirely worth a shot, in Tsukiyama's opinion.]

What lovelies indeed, monsieur - and it would be remiss on my part to pass up such a generous offer.

Are you expecting anything in return for one? I'm afraid I'm rather new here still and can't offer you much, but...

[paladinlost]

All I expect is that you'll properly maintain the blade and that you'll raise to become a strong and happy battler. Nothing else.

[Seriously, that's it. No trading! No paying! Get one free, get more free!]

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[solas_ion]

...man, I really don't like swords as much as I do spears, but I'd be more than happy to take one or two off your hands. They are pretty nice looking.

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[paladinlost]

Are they not? And they are quite the pleasant companions, too, once you convince them that you can make them shine brighter than the stars. Which I've no doubt you'll manage.

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[beholdmydemons]

[....YO WHAT]

Trade you for a frog.

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[paladinlost]

I already have a frog, thank you very much.

[That is all the frogginess he needs.]

But I'd still be happy to send you one. Or would you prefer to have two?